A twenty-six year old man has appeared in an extradition hearing at a court in Portugal, linked to the murder of John George. Jonny Smyth, originally from Belfast, was named in international arrest warrants issued by Interpol after he fled Spain following the disappearance of Mr George. The body of John George was discovered by Spanish authorities in a remote lemon grove on seventh January, having sustained stab wounds and […]

In a significant meeting, the President of the Generalitat Valenciana, Carlos Mazón, officially met with members of SOS Desaparecidos, an association representing over seventy families affected by the devastating floods in October twenty twenty-four. As the five-month anniversary approaches, the families expressed their grief and demanded Mazón's resignation and a public apology for his management during the crisis that caused two hundred and twenty-seven fatalities. SOS Desaparecidos has filed a […]

The Congress Committee on Work, Social Economy, Inclusion, Social Security, and Migration has approved a significant bill aimed at reforming the Workers' Statute and the General Social Security Law. This reform seeks to halt the automatic dismissal of employees transitioning to permanent disability status. The reform, which now advances to the Senate, received support from all political groups except Vox, which rejected the proposal. The legislation requires that any decision […]

The Tribunal Superior de Justicia de Madrid has granted approval for the exhumation of remains at Valle de Cuelgamuros. This decision follows an appeal by Patrimonio Nacional against a prior ruling that halted these crucial works under the Francoist mausoleum. The court deemed the project as essential for the identification and recovery of Civil War victims, supporting the families who have long sought justice. This legal struggle dates back to […]

In a recent session at the Congress of Deputies, the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, reiterated his commitment to increase Spain's defence spending without cutting social funds. He asserted that his government will work towards reaching two percent of the Gross Domestic Product in defence investment, while assuring that the welfare state will remain intact. Sánchez highlighted that in the coming weeks, Spain's roadmap towards this two percent target […]

Malaga has been transformed by a rare winter storm, which brought heavy hail and snow to the usually sunny region. Images show streets submerged in floodwater and covered in ice, while towns like Alhaurín el Grande faced giant hailstones creating a white blanket across the roads. The Spanish meteorological agency, Aemet, issued yellow warnings for heavy rain and hail on Tuesday due to the severe conditions. Popular tourist spots such […]

In Madrid, the Spanish Government has put forth a significant proposal to safeguard minors in digital environments. This initiative, highlighted by Minister Félix Bolaños, stems from growing concerns over the dangers that children face in the highly connected world of social media and online interactions. As the average age for obtaining a mobile phone in Spain is now eleven, many young individuals unintentionally encounter inappropriate content as they navigate these […]

In a significant operation, Portuguese and Spanish authorities have intercepted a narcosubmarine approximately five hundred nautical miles south of the Azores. This vessel was found carrying over six and a half tonnes of cocaine, destined for distribution across various European countries. The operation, named 'Nautilus,' stemmed from information provided by the Spanish Civil Guard and included collaboration from the National Crime Agency and the Drug Enforcement Administration. The operation highlights […]

The Instituto de Turismo de España, known as Turespaña, has unveiled an international campaign called 'Valencia: Love it like we do' to help revive tourism following the recent Dana weather events. The campaign highlights the unique Mediterranean character and warmth of Valencia through the voices of local residents who wish to share their affection for the region with potential visitors. This initiative showcases the diverse appealing features of Valencia, including […]